Technology Saving Animals Life and Comfort Zone

With 3d Printing becoming more popular day by day it is great to see the technology being used for good! A poor duck named Buttercup was born with a backwards left foot and doctors wanted to help him be a normal duck again! In order to do this they took a mold of his left sister Minnie’s leg and used that as the basis to scan and print a 3d left leg for him!

The company that printed it is known as NovaCopy which donated the 3D mold of his foor to the doctors to provide back to him. CNET Reporters mentioned “”Buttercup, currently walking around on his stump, is due to get his new foot very soon, with the final design arriving in the next two weeks.” Here at Global Good Networks we love to support positive acts in the community and this is definitely one of them.

This Arlington, Tenessee duck has been at the Feathered Angels Waterfowl Sanctuary and will hopefully be back to normal soon here. Let us know your thoughts about this great story and what other technologies you feel can do good in the world.

Share your comments in the thoughts below!

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/07/02/disabled-duck-named-buttercup-gets-3d-printed-food/feed/0Allstate Give It Up For Good – Washington DC and Baltimorehttp://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/05/27/allstate-give-it-up-for-good-washington-dc-and-baltimore/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/05/27/allstate-give-it-up-for-good-washington-dc-and-baltimore/#respondTue, 28 May 2013 03:22:25 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=71361

Good is being done all around you, pay attention

These days it is so easy to get caught up in the mass media’s portrayal of the United States having all negative news and sad stories. But they truly are only doing that for shock value and entertainment for many because the true stories of hope are all around us and not getting the coverage they deserve. By just opening up your vision past yourself and some of the world’s problems you quickly find how many great people, events, and things are happening all around us everyday in every community. Just like it is an interesting change watching a camera view that is very focused and seeing the different version with a wide fish-eye lens, it is the same with the world. Allstate has a new Give It Up For Good and we recommend you to seek out some good in your community, give back and then share your results! We were seeking out good in our local African American communities being done through charities, organizations, donations and other brands making a positive impact.

Baltimore firefighters and police rush to help a homeleass man in need

From innovations that allow people to become educated that otherwise would not be able to or communicate during emergencies through smartphones that tell operators the exact location there are news stories worth hearing. So what is happening in your actual community that is so good for the world? These days and for many years before now, there have been great organizations such as charities and churches that feed the homeless, clothe the homeless and even provide other opportunities for them. Some organizations are helping to feed the hungry such as SK Energy Shots which provides a meal to a hungry child for every drink sold and works with organizations like the World Food Bank to make it happen on a large scale. Perhaps one of our favorites is one that often gets over looked and that is Goodwill. Not only do they allow people to get a tax refund for their old items rather than just throwing them out and contributing to our global waste problem but they help then also provide those in need with items they can use. Sometimes this means a television unit or a couch, not to mention essentials such as shoes, pants, shirts, and more.

We find it inspiring that only does Goodwill help many in need through low cost recycled items, not just the homeless but low income individuals and families as well, they also are an employer across the country. For those that may not have the educational requirements, skillset, or confidence to enter into the workforce at other jobs, Goodwill finds them a great home helping the world.

Here at Global Good Networks, we are firm supporters of brands that find a way to make a sustainable difference in the long-run by making profits off of doing good so that they can continue doing good and not only survive off of financial donations. That is our business model as well, spread good news to the world profitably so that we can continue to share positive news, people, ideas, technologies, events and more and stay around.-Josh Bois, Co-Founder Global Good Networks

Interestingly enough, Goodwill stays in business because people donate, but rather than cash which is much harder to get for non-profits but their old stuff… and those who give not only feel good but get some credit back. Everybody in this world deserves to live well and Goodwill allows people to do just that. For example, a family with low discretionary income can afford to buy a used video game console for their kids along with other toys, and some used golf clubs for the husband and perhaps some roller skates or exercise equipment for the Wife. Just examples, and by no means do we mean that only men play golf or women want exercise equipment, it is an example that their dollars can go towards the things that really matter to them such as feeding their children, keeping their kids in school, and keeping a roof over their heads.

A book drop made available in the inner city to promote literacy

When we were approached by Glam Media to assist in the Give It Up For Good campaign by Allstate we were very excited. Allstate is a major Fortune 500 brand ( according to CNN on the 2012 list they were 93 ) and they are focused on sponsoring brands to go out there and share stories of good being done in local communities. Seeing as Global Good Networks is dedicated to building brands that change the world in their own way, and GGN’s Global Good Group website is dedicated to spreading good news, it seemed to be a great fit for us. Please enjoy some of the photos from our finds out in the field of good that we saw being done. From Washington D.C. to Baltimore we went around the East Coast to find some spots that inspired us. Recently we were sponsored by Intel to cover some of their events where young students from around the US and the World are making world changing innovations that are changing the world and this was a blast. With this Allstate campaign, it was refreshing to really go into the community and city first hand to see how people are being helped on a day to day basis, we hope you enjoy our findings!

Let’s give it up for charity. Let’s give it up for good.

Bad gets enough coverage. Let’s find the good and give it some love.

Check out Allstate’s Give It Up For Good Website and share your examples of good with the hashtag #giveitupforgood and mention @giveitupforgood

Disclosure:Compensation was provided by Allstate via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Allstate.

Signed, Josh Bois – Co-Founder Global Good Networks

Allstate believes that there is Good happening all around us, every single day, right in our communities. We believe that this Good is more powerful than Bad – it has the power to change the conversation, change communities, and ultimately, change lives, and we want to give it the recognition it deserves. We are committed to unearthing the stories about Good – stories of hope, strength and perseverance, stories of positivity and optimism, stories of kindness and generosity – stories that will inspire even more good.

Check out stories, pics, tweets and videos of the good happening in our communities at http://giveitupforgood.allstateonline.com/and share the good you see using @giveitupforgood and #giveitupforgood on Twitter and Instagram. Let’s do more Good, together.

Talk about a big win for many. A USA office had organized a pool for their office to try out the lottery and ended up winning. Everybody in the office except for one of the girls has put their $20 in to try to get a good slice at winning. Sure enough, the office ended up winning and those who won decided on something remarkable. They decided that they would include Jennifer in the winnings since she had only been there for two weeks and needed some financial help after getting laid off.

Hope is something that everybody should have and inspiring stories like this show that people have good intentions in their heart and want to help when they are helped. If only there was a way to include more needy people in lottery earnings or perhaps the taxes that are paid on those lottery earnings. That would be very interesting if there was a fund setup just for lottery winners to contribute to the greater good and not just to a charity.

We have actually covered some of the sites out there that help you pick out a good charity which gives back to the right causes and has a high level of transparency.

Please share your comments with us in the comment section below and let us know any other stories of hope and Good that you have heard recently.

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/05/07/co-workers-share-1-million-dollar-jackpot-and-feel-good-about-it/feed/0Improving Global Consciousness Through Arthttp://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/01/07/improving-global-consciousness-through-art/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/01/07/improving-global-consciousness-through-art/#respondMon, 07 Jan 2013 17:03:30 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=63140The Internet has allowed people from all over the world to become friends, and it has also made it easier to learn about the local news and politics of every major city on earth. In order to truly understand each other, though, we need to increase our level of global consciousness. After all, what we see in the news is not what defines every person from a specific area. Without taking the time to understand the culture of other areas, we cannot truly hope to have a level of global consciousness that can alter the world.

Art’s Importance

Ever since caveman first began drawing on the inside of their caves, people have utilized art to express both their emotions and the current state of the world around them. It is therefore easy to see how important art can be for improving global consciousness. In fact, it is often through the paintings and photographs of others that we can begin to actually connect with the people in other countries.

Unfortunately, most people have become so used to seeing horrible images on the news that they are able to distance themselves from it. When they see a photograph or a painting that depicts one person’s struggle with violence or war, however, it becomes much more difficult to ignore the human factor. In fact, according to Life Magazine, photographs have the power to impact people on such a deep level that they actually can change the world, and this emphasizes just how important art can be.

Expanding Your Global View

If each person took the time to learn about the people from other countries instead of simply looking at them as foreigners, we could utilize global consciousness to change everything. Even though we live in a world that is filled with billions of people who are uninterested in widening their social views, it is still imperative for people who understand the importance of global consciousness to do their part to educate both themselves and the people around them.
Because art is the perfect way to gain insight into other cultures, it is always a good idea to spend time visiting the websites of international museums and other sites that feature global art prints and international creative works. If you want to get a look at more recent art that is raw and edgier, though, you should also frequent online galleries, art blogs and the personal websites of artists from around the world. In order to spread awareness, you can utilize Twitter or your Facebook page to post links to some of the most compelling or provocative pieces that you find.

Can Art Truly Change the World?

Artists of all types, including musicians, have the ability to get their message to a large group of people. Because of this, it is definitely possible for a piece of art to have a long-lasting impact on the world. Keep in mind that the purpose of art is to elicit an emotional response, so when a piece is difficult to look at; it is achieving its goal. After all, it often takes a harsh look at the reality of a situation for people to finally decide that change needs to happen.

Writer Molly Pearce is also a free-lance artist and human rights activist who often creates art with global consciousness in mind. Websites and publications featuring classic and modern artists from around the world are a great source of inspiration for artists and art appreciators alike. Artismo, an online market delivering custom hand-framed art to customers, offers a variety of creative imagery reproduced on canvas, including an excellent selection of global art prints created by artists, some past and some current, from across the globe.

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/01/07/improving-global-consciousness-through-art/feed/0Landsat 5 Sends Stunning Satellite Photos of Earth From Outer Spacehttp://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/01/02/landsat-5-satellite-photos-of-earth/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/01/02/landsat-5-satellite-photos-of-earth/#respondWed, 02 Jan 2013 16:31:32 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=62766Landsat (Land Satellite) 5 has been taking pictures and stunning images of earth for over 25 years! Some of the spectacular images have been making their way across the Internet forums, blogs, and social networks.

Honestly, these images are not only of the highest quality, but really make you think of how big the world really is. It also gives you incredible details and the depths of the oceans seem even deeper, while the mountainous ares seem to be rising into the sky.

The colors are vivid and bright, illuminating even more detail and accents of the amazing landscape that we call ‘our world’. The images are listed below, so enjoy looking at these gems!

Check out the full images below:

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2013/01/02/landsat-5-satellite-photos-of-earth/feed/0Hero Dog With Missing Snout Beats Cancerhttp://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/27/hero-dog-beats-cancer/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/27/hero-dog-beats-cancer/#respondThu, 27 Dec 2012 18:37:27 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=62501There’s almost nothing better than a hero story, and today we bring you the best kind, a hero pet! Our two fold story is happy and sad at the same time. There was a dog in the Philippines that saved two young girls recently and soon became a hero around the Globe. While saving the two girls the dog unfortunately lost her snout but still survived. Even after all of this the hero dog, Kabang who is a female mongrel, has also beaten cancer. It is really sad to see such an awesome and caring dog have to not only lose her snout but go through cancer but it seems as if she is happy and still alive and kicking.

Kabang, is still getting treatment for the heartworms that are in her arteries which has to be complete before she can have the huge wound of missing her snout worked on and officially closed up. The vets out in the Philippines were unable to treat her so she had to be brought to the U.S. where a fundraising campaign happened in New York. Fortunately she was able to be sent to Davis, Ca where the Doctors have been able to work on her and make a difference.

Doctors have mentioned that “Her appetite is still good. She’s still bright and happy.” This is great news to hear and they think they will be able to give her the original nasal functions she was born with so that the snout problem doesn’t change her life too horribly.

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/27/hero-dog-beats-cancer/feed/0Trent Bauer Goes From Team Mascot To Star Quarterback (VIDEO)http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/27/trent-bauer-team-mascot-to-star-qb/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/27/trent-bauer-team-mascot-to-star-qb/#respondThu, 27 Dec 2012 18:35:14 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=62502If you have dreams, do not give up. There are some great stories out there and Trent Bauer from Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is one of them. He started off as a school mascot that would make people laugh and he was clumsy all over the place. After sometime watching his friends and other school mates on the field made him jealous that he could not play and he asked the coach if he could play. The coach did not even realize he was the mascot but gave him a chance and saw potential in him. Despite the fact that he was a little short he soon became an amazing football player soon rising to the spot of the star quarterback. We hope that this gives some hope to people out there that want to rise to something great and see themselves on the floor level, keep working on it. Visualize what you want and go after it, make sure to take action about it. Wishful thinking is one thing but actually putting in hard work to reach your goals, that is the truest way to reach your goals.

The story itself sounds like a Disney movie and Trent mentioned that if they turn his story into a movie he would want it to be played by Will Ferrell.

Let us know your thoughts about this story and any great moments in your life where you may have risen up to your dreams or somebody else you know has.

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/27/trent-bauer-team-mascot-to-star-qb/feed/022 Men Freed From Pirates Reign Of Terror For Over 1,000 Dayshttp://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/26/22-men-freed-from-pirates-reign-of-terror-for-over-1000-days/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/26/22-men-freed-from-pirates-reign-of-terror-for-over-1000-days/#respondWed, 26 Dec 2012 15:15:07 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=62411Can you imagine being taken captive by Somali pirates? What about being taken captive and held hostage for over 1,000 days? Members of MV Iceberg 1 were taken hostage nearly three years ago, and recently were set free after the terrifying experience.

They were given the basics of rice and water to survive, so their health has had to have taken a pretty hard toll. Either way, the Puntland Maritime Police Force was able to free the 22 hostages, ending the longest pirate-run hostage situation in our history. The ship was taken over by Somali pirates in March of 2010 and since then the crew has had to live in the worst conditions. Besides a shower, some decent food, and warmth I’m sure they are extremely happy to be home again.

And really, what better gift could you receive this holiday season, than your loved one back? This is a heart warming story, and hopefully they can re-unite with their families and enjoy this happy holiday season. Hopefully this experience will help in preventing more Somali pirates from succeeding in their line of work. Such a blessing to see these guys come home safe and sound.

Go ahead and leave your thoughts on the freeing of the crew mates below in the comments section.

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/26/22-men-freed-from-pirates-reign-of-terror-for-over-1000-days/feed/0Obama May Help Nigerian Student Living In U.S. Illegallyhttp://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/26/obama-victor-chukwueke/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/26/obama-victor-chukwueke/#respondWed, 26 Dec 2012 14:58:57 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=62404This heart-warming story begins with Victor Chukwueke coming to America nearly 11 years ago. He suffers from a rare disorder called neurofibromatosis, that results in massive tumors on his face. These tumors if untreated can be life-threatening, however Victor Chukwueke is very lucky.

When he first came to the United states many years ago, he had the dream of becoming a doctor. Those dreams previously were laughed at and mocked in his home country of Nigeria. People ostracized and criticized him for his unique look and tumorous face. In the face of adversity and hate, Victor Chukwueke persevered and is now potentially going to be granted a very rare political relief.

WATCH Victor’s Story:

Victor is currently awaiting Obama’s signature on private bill that would null and void his ‘expired’ status as an immigrant and allow him complete freedoms and citizenship of the U.S.. After his family abandoned him in an orphanage back home, staying in the U.S. means much more to Victor than just being able to get a job or go to school. His life, his friends, and now his supporters are all rallying for him in hopes that he will be one of the few people to receive this distinction. Unfortunately it is very rare, but with his unique case, I’m hoping he will be successful.

]]>http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/26/obama-victor-chukwueke/feed/0How to Recycle Your Moving Boxeshttp://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/19/recycle-moving-boxes/
http://globalgoodgroup.com/blog/2012/12/19/recycle-moving-boxes/#respondWed, 19 Dec 2012 20:41:35 +0000http://globalgoodgroup.com/?p=62083After moving into your new home and unpacking the endless boxes, this is a great time to be kind to the environment. While the local authority will be pleased to take away dozens of the boxes for you, providing you place them into the right container, there are many more environmentally friendly ways to dispose of your moving boxes.

How often will you move home?

Depending upon which experts you believe, you’re likely to move home between seven and 12 times in your lifetime, using an average of 60-80 boxes per move. That’s the equivalent of seven medium sized trees. Wouldn’t it be great to save a few of those?

The recycling process begins a few weeks before you set your moving date. When you interview the moving company and discuss the need to include boxes for you to pack yourself, ask if recycled cardboard boxes can be used for your move. To make recycled cardboard uses less than three quarters of the energy needed to produce new cardboard boxes.

Who might wish to reuse your boxes?

Is there a company that you can sell or give your unused boxes to, when you have finished unpacking? This will perhaps help another family or two, move home.

If you have access to a community board, perhaps at your place of work, sports club or college facilities, you can place a small advertisement offering to sell or give away your boxes to someone who will be looking to move home in the near future. You may be able to post free advertisements in your local shops, in your local free newspapers and with any online magazines that cover your local area.

Composting cardboard boxes gives you another opportunity to provide a second use for your unpacked boxes and will help enrich your new garden. With most home small composting operations, you’ll only be able to give a new life to a few boxes at a time.

Charities are always looking at ways to save money, because every penny donated to them needs to be directed as efficiently as possible to meet the charity’s goals. Where charities collect clothing and food items, they need boxes to carry these goods from the homes of the volunteers and often on to containers for shipping around the country.

Finally, don’t neglect your local facilities. All cities and towns and most villages offer different types of recycling programmes. Although you’ll be damaging the environment with your carbon footprint by driving to these locations with your boxes, you will be achieving the greater good of making sure that these are recycled.